National Shadow Week This is a great opportunity to learn what medical students experience day-to-day. Also, a great opportunity to find a D.O. to shadow. Come learn about what the every day life of a D.O. is. Sign up using the following link: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/national-shado-week-tickets-9373651845 When: Tuesday, April 8th Where: Touro University, Vallejo, CA and other US locations ============================================================================================================================

Dinner With D.O.'s:

Every year, Davis Pre-Med SOMA is proud to host a networking dinner for undergraduate students, medical students, and osteopathic physicians. This is a great opportunity for pre-med students to learn about osteopathic medicine and its history, a career in osteopathy and various specialties, and osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM). There will be a keynote presentation from Dr. Glover, DO, Professor and Chair of the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine at Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine (TUCOM). Enjoy a catered buffet dinner while gaining valuable information and advice! The evening will end with a hands-on demonstration of OMM by TUCOM medical students. Mark your calendars because you won't want to miss rewarding experience!

Date: Saturday May 10th, 2014Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pmRoom: MU2

Price: $20 for non-members, $10 for ACTIVE membersNote: Seats are limited. Email davispresoma@gmail.com to reserve your seat now!We are tabling at the MU every Tue and Thur from 12-2pm. Come say hi and get your tickets!============================================================================================================================First General Meeting

Do you like helping others? Are you passionate about health care? Do you believe that it is important for doctors to view their patients as more than a disease, but as whole, unique individuals? If so, come to the first Davis Pre-Med SOMA (Student Osteopathic Medical Association) meeting of the year! There will be a little bit of a discussion about the differences between osteopathic and allopathic medicine , and the announcement of a good number of the exciting events that will be happening this year.Come join us as we begin to explore what osteopathic medicine is all about. We'll also be sharing our upcoming events, which will range from volunteering to medical school tours, to medical student speakers, and much more. We'll also have free pizza.

There will be something for everyone, whether you are interested in osteopathic medicine, volunteering, leadership opportunities, or getting to know other motivated students.

=================================================================================================================================AACOM Northern CA Multi-COM Curious about D.Os? Gina Moses, Associate Director of Application Services for AACOM, will be the keynote speaker of this osteopathic mini-conference. She will be discussing what it means to become an osteopathic physician. Ten medical schools will also be in attendance to answer any questions you may have about the application process, being a medical student, and more.

Meet with Medical School Admission OfficersLearn about osteopathic medicine and medical schools Discover the best ways to prepare for medical school

Schools Attending:

ATSU- Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-KCOM) ATSU – School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA) Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University (AZCOM) Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine (CU-SOM) Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCUMB-COM Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, PA & Bradenton, FL (LECOM) Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVU-COM) Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine – California (TUCOM-CA) Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine (TUNCOM) Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Pacific (WesternU/COMP) Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Pacific – Northwest Oregon=================================================================================================================================Dr. Ripul Panchal, D.O.

Interested in SURGERY? How about SHADOWING a SURGEON? As we head into finals its important to take a breather and learn about the different ascents of medicine available to us. Meet Dr. Ripual Panchal a neurosurgeon who works at UC Davis hospital. This is a once in a life opportunity for anyone wanting to learn about the life of a surgeon and how to possible become on as well.Hear Dr. Panchal's story and ask any questions you might have about both osteopathic school and surgery.

=================================================================================================================================DAAG Presentation & Club Social

Join Davis Pre-Med SOMA for our end of year wrap up social in collaboration with DAAG (Diabetes Advocacy & Awareness Group), who will be presenting to us on Diabetes. Come hang out and have some fun before the end of year craze sets in and help spread Diabetes awareness!

As the quarter speeds up and we jump into midterms don't forget to think of other's in need. Come and help Davis Pre-Med SOMA spread some cheer by cooking dinner for the underprivileged person's community home in our neighboring city, Woodland. The process should take roughly 3-4 hours, and your time will be greatly appreciated by those less fortunate. Please email davispresoma@gmail.com if you would also like to volunteer to drive. So come on and get your volunteer hours in for the quarter and help make someone's tummy smile with the rest of the club crew!

As we make way for second midterms take a break by inquiring about which D.O. schools to possibly attend. This event is hosted by the SOMA chapter at Touro University but it's a great conference for anyone interested in applying to Osteopathic medical schools. CONFERENCE PERKS:-Recruitment fair where you meet osteopathic medical school admission officers -Participate in an osteopathic manipulative medicine introductory workshop-Meeting current medical students from various osteopathic schools- Ask medical students and admissions officers your questions

MEDICAL SCHOOLS ATTENDING: -Touro University California, College of Osteopathic MedicineAmerican Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine(AACOM)-A.T. Still University, School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona -Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine-Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine-Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Collegeof Osteopathic Medicine-Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine-Touro University Nevada, College of Osteopathic Medicine-Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine-Western University of Health Sciences

We have the opportunity to prepare and serve a five-course meal to underprivileged persons in the community of Yolo County. Not only is it fun to cook with friends, but it is also a very rewarding experience to help those in need. No cooking experience needed! Carpool is available. Please email davispresoma@gmail.com if you are interested in participate, and please indicate if you need a ride or not. As a growing tradition, participants gather for snacks and drinks at The Old Teahouse after the event for social time and fun. All are welcome!